Alumni news and eventsInformation on alumni news and events, with news feed and links to your.bhamContensis: http://www.contentmanagement.co.ukhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/alumni/news/index.aspx?SyndicationType=22015-03-31T22:42:23ZUniversity of Birmingham celebrates the support of alumni and friendsBryoney JohnsonInnovative event to thank alumni, friends, and supporters for their generous contributions to the University of Birmingham.2014-02-28T12:37:00Z2014-02-27T15:51:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/alumni/news/items/University-of-Birmingham-celebrates-the-support-of-alumni-and-friends.aspxRobot buddies enter the classroomAmy CoryRobots have been helping researchers at the University improve social interaction and communication with autistic children in the school classroom.2012-12-05T09:47:00Z2012-12-12T14:28:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/alumni/news/items/2012/12/Robot-buddies-enter-the-classroom.aspxThe Fireworks of LifeAmy CoryFrom aspiring Biochemist to organising the world's largest firework competition, one alumnus shares how University broadened his horizons.2012-12-04T17:01:00Z2012-12-12T14:30:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/alumni/news/items/2012/12/December-The-Fireworks-of-Life.aspxAwards expand horizonsAmy CoryThe first recipients of a new travel bursary have been helped to access unique opportunities, thanks to a donation made in memory of an outstanding engineer.2012-09-26T10:04:00Z2012-09-26T10:45:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/alumni/news/items/2012/10/October-Awards-expand-horizons.aspxFrom Oil Mining to Buckingham Palace: Chemical Engineering at 100Amy CoryMore than 100 graduates accompanied by past and present faculty members gathered at the University last month to celebrate the centenary of Chemical Engineering at Birmingham.2012-09-26T09:44:00Z2012-09-25T13:48:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/alumni/news/items/2012/10/From-Oil-Mining-to-Buckingham-Palace-Chemical-Engineering-at-100.aspxUniversity builds country's first hydrogen powered trainDean MillerA hydrogen powered locomotive, the first of its kind to run in the UK, has been developed by the University of Birmingham as part of a competition organised by the Institution of Mechanical Engineers.2012-09-25T10:29:00Z2012-10-04T12:18:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/alumni/news/items/2012/10/Oct-University-builds-the-countrys-first-hydrogen-powered-train.aspxFind out how electricity and hydrogen are transforming the waterwaysAmy CoryThe Department of Metallurgy and Materials invites you to a one-day workshop on the application of electricity and hydrogen to waterways transportation.2012-06-07T12:46:00Z2012-06-07T13:46:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/alumni/news/items/2012/06/06June-Find-out-how-electricity-and-hydrogen-are-transforming-the-waterways-.aspxMentoring scheme successAmy CoryA pioneering mentoring scheme has been set up in the School of Civil Engineering to help improve students' employability. The scheme, which targets a specific school, is the first of its kind for the University and has welcomed back members of the alumni community to share their advice and expertise with our current students.2012-06-06T16:59:00Z2012-06-07T12:38:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/alumni/news/items/2012/06/06June-Mentoring-scheme-success.aspxGo Behind the Scenes with the University's inspirational expertsAmy CoryFive of the University's most inspirational experts are taking part in a competition which is offering you the chance to join in with their exciting work. For one day only, five lucky winners will go Behind the Scenes with an academic of their choice and experience firsthand some of the most exciting research taking place at the University.2012-06-06T13:59:00Z2012-06-06T13:52:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/alumni/news/items/2012/06/06June-Go-Behind-the-Scenes-with-the-Universitys-inspirational-experts.aspxOrdinary black hole unearthedAmy CoryScientists from the University of Birmingham have discovered evidence of an ordinary black hole in the Centauraus A galaxy, more than 12 million light years away. Leading an international team of astronomers, the researchers have detected a 'garden variety' black hole for the first time outside the immediate neighbourhood of our galaxy.2012-06-06T13:58:00Z2012-06-06T13:12:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/alumni/news/items/2012/06/06June-Ordinary-black-hole-unearthed.aspxQueen's Prize marks sweet successAmy CoryIt comes in many forms, flavours and colours – as a snack on the go, a luxury treat or a soothing drink – but it's not often that chocolate leads the way to Buckingham Palace.2012-04-06T13:00:00Z2012-04-05T12:31:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/alumni/news/items/2012/04/05Apr-Queens-Prize-marks-sweet-success.aspxChemistry Professor features in BBC's Desert Island DiscsAlexander DonohueInformation on Chemistry Professor features in BBC's Desert Island Discs2011-05-10T09:47:00Z2011-05-10T09:32:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/alumni/news/items/2011/05/ChemistryProfessorfeaturesinBBCsDesertIslandDiscs.aspxTop alumni to boost student career prospectsAlexander DonohueInformation on Top alumni to boost student career prospects2011-05-09T11:36:00Z2011-05-06T15:05:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/alumni/news/items/2011/05/Topalumnitobooststudentcareerprospects.aspxBirmingham greats honoured in Blue Plaque TrailAlexander DonohueInformation on Birmingham greats honoured in Blue Plaque Trail2011-05-09T11:34:00Z2011-05-06T15:30:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/alumni/news/items/2011/05/BirminghamgreatshonouredinBluePlaqueTrail.aspxThe football kit of the futureRobert SpryImproved shin pads may be the secret to a more successful campaign for England in the next World Cup, according to a Birmingham academic2010-09-15T20:56:00Z2010-09-06T14:08:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/alumni/news/items/2010/July2010/thefootballkitofthefuture.aspx